In this episode, we are introduced to Delvin Goode, a talented artist from Florida State University who transitioned his skills from graphic design to pottery. He discusses his innovative approach to pottery, using stencils for unique designs and maintaining simplicity in shapes. He talks about his journey of overcoming fear of failure, an insight he gained while earning his MFA. He shares his process of using vivid, opaque colors on pottery using an airbrush gun and his recent explorations into slipcasting and stencil design. He urges fellow artists to create works that speak to them and discusses his experience as a speedball professional artist. Delvin emphasizes the importance of embracing failure and learning from it. You can learn more about Delvin by checking out his instagram @dgoodeart Top 3 Value Bombs: 1. Embracing Failure: One of the main takeaways from this podcast episode is Delvin Goode's advice on overcoming the fear of failure. As he earned his MFA, he realized that failure was an integral part of the growth process, and not something to be feared. This insight has helped him in his artistic journey and is a key message he shares with fellow artists.  2. Leveraging Different Art Forms: Delvin's success as an artist is not just due to his skills in pottery, but also his experience in graphic design and other art forms. His ability to combine these disciplines and skills has allowed him to create unique and recognizable works of art. This highlights the importance of cross-disciplinary learning and exploring different mediums in the pursuit of artistic growth.  3. Finding Joy in Creativity: Delvin's pottery is inspired by the joy he hopes to bring to people. He believes that every piece he makes is a reward for being an awesome human being. His approach underscores the power of positivity and joy in creativity, reminding artists that their work can have a profound impact on others.   Support The Shaping Your Pottery Podcast